Sermons on Cleansing Power:

If You Want More Faith In Jesus Christ. . . Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jul 13, 2022

If you want more faith in Jesus Christ. . . 1. Don't be surprised by storms in your life (vs. 22-24). 2. Remember that the Lord works in mysterious ways (vs. 25-26). 3. Receive the truth of God's Word (vs. 26-28). 4. Focus on your Savior more than your storm (vs. 28-33).

If You Want More Faith in Jesus Christ. . . The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 14:22-33 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared July 13, 2022) BACKGROUND: *Would you like to have more faith in Jesus Christ? -- Sure we would! Any right-thinking Christian would say "yes" to that question. And ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: Baptist

Words Matter – Use Them Carefully

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Jul 12, 2021

This sermon speaks about the power of our words and how we can use our words to bring healing and wholeness instead of destruction and damnation.

Scripture: Proverbs 13:3; Colossians 4:6; Ephesians 4:19 Title: Words Matter – Use Them Carefully Theme: Using Words for Good This sermon speaks about the power of our words and how we can use our words to bring healing and wholeness instead of destruction and damnation. INTRO: Grace ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 13:3, Colossians 4:6, Ephesians 4:19

Denomination: Nazarene

Going From Fame To Defeat To Celebrating The Victory

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Nov 5, 2023

This message is centered upon what to do when running the Christian race emphasizing the need to focus on overcoming obstacles by seeking guidance from God rather than allowing our problems to cloud our perception of Him.

SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (1 Kings 19: 1-8) "And Ahab told Jezebel all that Elijah had done, and withal how he had slain all the prophets with the sword." (2) "Then Jezebel sent a messenger unto Elijah, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-8, James 5:17-18, Job 11:13-18, Psalm 121:1-2, 1 Kings 19:11-12, 1 Kings 19:8-10, 2 Corinthians 4:8-9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Empowered By God's Spirit 2 Timothy 1:7 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 28, 2024

2 Timothy 1:7 declares, "For God has not given us a spirit of fear and timidity, but of power, love, and self-discipline" (NLT). Let us uncover the depth of this verse and how it shapes our lives as believers.

Empowered by God's Spirit Introduction: Today we gather to delve into the transformative power of God's truth, focusing on 2 Timothy 1:7 which declares, "For God has not given us a spirit of fear and timidity, but of power, love, and self-discipline" (NLT). Let us uncover the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:7, Acts 1:8, 1 John 4:18, Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Pentecostal

New Life In Nain Series

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on May 25, 2016

In this passage Luke shares with us the Power of Four Important Things - 1. The Power of Universal Death 2. The Power of Love 3. The Power of Tears and 4. The Power of Life which comes through Christ Jesus

Scripture: Luke 7:11-17; Psalms 146; 1 Kings 17:8-16 Title: New Life in Nain Sermon: In this passage Luke shares with us the Power of Four Important Things - 1. The Power of Universal Death 2. The Power of Love 3. The Power of Tears and 4. The Power of Life which comes through Christ ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:11-17

Denomination: Nazarene

Our Awesome God

Contributed by Curtis E. Nester on Sep 19, 2016

God is awesome in power and grace. He is great beyond the anything anyone could imagine.

TITLE: Our Awesome God TEXT: Psalm 33:6-9 & 13-15; Colossians 1:15-17 INTRO: The two most important questions in life are: Where did we come from? and Where are we going? People give different answers to those questions: 1. The Atheist says God does not exist. The universe was not created by a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 33:6-9

Denomination: Baptist

How To Build A Church (Spiritually) Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Sep 11, 2023

We must remember that building any physical structure is a tool to build the church spiritually. You should know the Bible has a lot to say about building the church spiritually too.

Our church has been thinking a lot about our new building in our new location. Since the month of May three hundred loads of dirt has been delivered to prepare the lot. A foundation has been poured. Volunteers have worked security at the site around the clock. So many of us have given ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:12-25, Matthew 17:20, Isaiah 56:7

Denomination: Baptist

Hezekiah: Shining Brightly During Dark Times Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Mar 21, 2022

Having a heart for God does not mean we are flawless, but that heart is demonstrated by our actions and routines.

Hezekiah: Shining Brightly During Dark Times (2 Chronicles 29:1-32:33) 1. People can surprise us. My friend called me in hysterics.“I just saw a mouse in my kitchen!”she yelled.“I’m so grossed out! It’s so disgusting!” “What are you going to do?”I asked. “I’m not sure. But you can bet I’ll never ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Presenting Our Mouths: Swallowing, Spitting, Speaking Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jul 23, 2001

In order to be effective witnesses, we must first be knowledgeable -- swallowing God’s word; must then be cleansed spiritually -- spitting out whatever is no longer appropriate; and then speak with confidence and passion. Mini-messages with props.

Our mouths get us into trouble. One of you said that to me the other day. You had opened your mouth to voice an opinion about something that should be done in the community where you live, and before you knew it, you were chairing the committee to get it done. Nobody had even noticed you were in ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8, Ezekiel 3:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

God Uses Ordinary People For Extraordinary Tasks

Contributed by Kelvin Parks on Mar 22, 2009

Some of you may feel unclean like Simon the leper once did ... but I want you to know that you are in the right place for GOD to stop-by your pew and heal and cleanse you.

GOD USES ORDINARY PEOPLE FOR EXTRAORDINARY TASKS Preached at Shiloh Baptist Church Waukegan, Illinois On 21 March 2009 For Mission Emphasis Day Too GOD be the Glory... - I will bless the Lord at all times; His praise shall continually be in my mouth. - Oh magnify the LORD with me and let us exalt ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

We Need A Bath! Series

Contributed by Brien Sims on Dec 13, 2007

The second in the series on fellowship in 1 John. These verses describe how Christians are to be cleansed of sins committed after baptism. Most people won’t live in a filthy house but they will let filth clutter their hearts.

If you have ever felt distanced from others, maybe its time you take a bath. Most of us shower every single day because we sweat and work hard. Some work in stinky jobs or in jobs with tons of dirt and dust flying everywhere. Sometimes we just need a bath. How many of you have jumped in a mud ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Unthankfulness Sign Of Last Days!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Sep 4, 2018

Learning from Jesus' cleansing of ten lepers according to Luke's account, on his way to Jerusalem, Jesus encountered ten lepers. He healed them, but only one returned to thank Jesus afterwar

UNTHANKFULNESS SIGN OF LAST DAYS! 2 Timothy 3:1-2 (KJV) This know also, that in the last days perilous times shall come. For men shall be lovers of their own selves, covetous, boasters, proud, blasphemers, disobedient to parents, unthankful, unholy, Learning from Jesus' cleansing of ten lepers ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:1-2, Luke 17:11-19

A Visionary View Of The Seven "i Am" Statements Of Jesus (Full Sermon) Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Oct 18, 2023

The seven powerful "I Am" statements of Jesus found in the Gospel of John reveal deep spiritual truths about who Jesus is and what He offers to each of us.

A Visionary View of The Seven "I Am" Statements of Jesus Today I want us to consider the seven powerful "I Am" statements of Jesus found in the Gospel of John. These statements reveal deep spiritual truths about who Jesus is and what He offers to each of us. May we open our ...read more

Scripture: John 6:35, Philippians 2:5-8, John 8:12, Genesis 1:4, John 10:9, John 10:7, John 10:11, Ezekiel 34:2-3, Ezekiel 34:7-10, Psalm 23:1, Ezekiel 34:31, John 11:25, John 14:6, John 15:5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Manifestation Gifts – Supernatural Faith

Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Mar 22, 2013

Spiritual gifts are manifestations of the Holy Spirit. These gifts belong to the church and are supernatural manifestations of the Holy Spirit and are manifest through Spirit-filled believers. These manifestations are visible expressions of the Holy Sp

The Manifestation Gifts – Supernatural faith 1 Corinthians 12:7-11 - But the manifestation of the Spirit is given to each one for the profit of all: for to one is given the word of wisdom through the Spirit, to another the word of knowledge through the same Spirit, to another faith by the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:7-11

Denomination: Charismatic

The Unhindered Gospel In The Hindered Church Series

Contributed by Johnny Wilson on Feb 9, 2009

I wrote this sermon to preach in a church where the pastor had just died on Wednesday night before. God wanted to demonstrate how His timing and His power is more important than the humans in charge.

The Unhindered Gospel in the Hindered Church A 20th century philosopher, Gamaliel Bradford, once said that “Life is hope triumphing over experience.” In those words, he summed up 20th century optimism. He implied that humanity would learn from its experience and improve. His hope was in the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-26

Denomination: *other